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Dino DiscsDiplodocusFairway Driver8/5/-2/1
Obsidian DiscsShardFairway Driver7.5/5/-1.5/1

Diplodocus vs Shard

How Diplodocus and Shard compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

SpeedDiplodocus 8 vs Shard 7.5TurnDiplodocus -2 vs Shard -1.5Height1.9 vs 1.5 cm (+0.4)

Flight Paths

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Dino DiscsDiplodocusFairway Driver
Obsidian DiscsShardFairway DriverOut of Production
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Diplodocus
8
Shard
7.5
GlideStays aloft
Diplodocus
5
Shard
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Diplodocus
-2
Shard
-1.5
FadeLow-speed hook
Diplodocus
1
Shard
1
Specifications
Spec
Dino Discs
Diplodocus
Obsidian Discs
Shard
Flight rating
8/5/-2/1
7.5/5/-1.5/1
Stability
Understable (-1)
Understable (-0.5)
Beginner score
54/100
53/100
Est. carry
350 ft
340 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner
Beginner, Intermediate
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.9 cm
1.5 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.9 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
129.2 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status
In production
Out of production
Price from
$14.99
Not listed
The Verdict

Diplodocus or Shard?

Main difference: speed (Diplodocus 8 vs Shard 7.5). The Diplodocus has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Shard is easier to control.

Diplodocus: UnderstableShard: Understable
Where to buy
Diplodocus
$14.99
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Shard
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Out of production
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FAQ

Is the Diplodocus or Shard more overstable?

The Shard is more overstable (stability -0.5 vs -1). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Diplodocus or Shard?

A beginner is better off with the Diplodocus (beginner score 54/100 vs 53/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Diplodocus and Shard?

Main difference: speed (Diplodocus 8 vs Shard 7.5). The Diplodocus has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Shard is easier to control.

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